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Big Orange Jr. houseboat @ Vol Landing Walk to stadium Free parking Boat 2 of 2

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A modern kitchen with a large TV, wooden bar counter, and stools.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a wooden dining table with two chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a mounted TV, a window with blinds, and a wooden wall panel.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table with benches, a hanging light fixture, and a window with a view.
A covered boat deck with seating and a small table, a ceiling fan, and a sign that reads "Sundown."

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to University of Tennessee

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Knoxville, TN
  • Place, Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Tennessee
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Knoxville

Knoxville is home to this houseboat. Craighead-Jackson House and Blount Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Riviera and Maple Hall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Neyland Stadium or Thompson–Boling Arena.
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Knoxville, TN

What's nearby

  • Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tennessee Theatre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Market Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Tennessee - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Calhoun's on the River - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Honeybee Coffee Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Earl's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nama Sushi Bar - Downtown Knoxville - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪K Brew - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Orange Jr. houseboat @ Vol Landing Walk to stadium Free parking Boat 2 of 2 pet-friendly?

Yes, this houseboat allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Orange Jr. houseboat @ Vol Landing Walk to stadium Free parking Boat 2 of 2?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Orange Jr. houseboat @ Vol Landing Walk to stadium Free parking Boat 2 of 2 on 13 November 2026 start from NZ$2,367, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Big Orange Jr. houseboat @ Vol Landing Walk to stadium Free parking Boat 2 of 2?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Orange Jr. houseboat @ Vol Landing Walk to stadium Free parking Boat 2 of 2?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Orange Jr. houseboat @ Vol Landing Walk to stadium Free parking Boat 2 of 2?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Orange Jr. houseboat @ Vol Landing Walk to stadium Free parking Boat 2 of 2 located?

Situated in Knoxville, this houseboat is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tennessee River, University of Tennessee, and Market Square. Neyland Stadium is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and hosts were very responsive and communicated well
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are thinking about it, just do it! We did and it was so worth it. The host are amazing! The place was super clean and spacious. The neighbors are super sweet too. We were able to catch fish right off the dock and they were hungry. If you have a little who likes to run this may not be the best choice but my 9 year old loved this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house boat with the most comfortable beds. Roof deck is huge! We had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean space, all of the beds were super comfy. Loved all the amenities provided that made our stay very easy! Beautiful views. We already tried to book our next stay but they were already booked! We can see why. Awesome place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host, beautiful boat. Great location. What a fun place to stay and the house boat is so nice very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy location is prefect
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy walk to downtown, access to greenway, and nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location, super clean and well appointed houseboat. Excellent host communication. We all had a great weekend away, looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the boat and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The boat was awesome! It was very clean and had all of the amenities of an apartment or small house. The locals were friendly as well. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The houseboat was spotless,comfortable, and exactly as described in the listing. The location was fantastic— peaceful and close to local attractions.The host was incredibly responsive, friendly, and made the check-in and checkout process seamless. After checking out, my wife’s I-watch was left behind, she communicated quickly and it was mailed it to us. A big thanks to Jeff&Resa!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Host and experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 highly recommended. Clean. Spacious. Perfect location. It was the most peaceful getaway!! Thank you for making the booking and check in so easy!! I will be booking this houseboat again this summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice boat..well advertised...lot of fun
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super fun experience. Beautiful views. Fun location for a tailgate.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful experience staying on Big Orange Jr. for the Auburn–Tennessee game weekend! Resa and Jeff were incredibly easy to communicate with, welcoming, and helpful from start to finish.The boat itself is beautiful, exceptionally clean, very well appointed, and much larger than it appears in the photos. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and relax, yet it still felt cozy and comfortable. You can tell that a great deal of thought has gone into making the boat feel like a home rather than simply a rental.The upper deck was hands-down our favorite spot. We gathered there for coffee in the mornings, cocktails and conversation later in the day, and even sat together watching the rain roll in. Because Big Orange Jr. is docked in a covered marina, we stayed completely dry and were still able to enjoy being outside — such a wonderful bonus that we didn’t fully appreciate until we were there!Staying on the houseboat made an already fun football weekend feel like an experience in itself. Instead of simply having a place to sleep after the game, Big Orange Jr. became part of the weekend. There is something special about waking up on the water, having coffee together on the deck, and coming back at the end of the day to a beautiful, comfortable boat.If you’re coming to Knoxville for a Tennessee game, a family weekend, or just want to do something a little different, I can’t recommend Big Orange Jr. enough. Five Stars!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, very helpful, clean and well up dated. very nice, and the cart was helpful also.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay for a Wedding

My friends and I stayed at the houseboat for a wedding in Knoxville. We had a great experience at the houseboat and it was in a great location to walk into town. Overall, we had a fantastic time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We are thankful you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation Weekend 2025

Loved this houseboat experience. Nicely appointed and the location is ideal to access the university and downtown Knoxville. Wished we knew about these boats when we were visiting in prior years!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
We are thankful that you found us - thank you for staying with us! We are happy that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place

We had 5 Guys over 50 in Town playing in a 50 and over softball tournament. The Boat was close to the park we had an awesome time. One guy even sleep on the top where there is a huge sitting area. We will be back to stay here when we come back.Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We are thankful that you and your crew enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to hosting you again soon! Hopefully the weather will cooperate better for your next stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unforgettable Stay on the Water – Spacious, Scenic, and Perfectly Located!

Booked this houseboat for my dad and it exceeded all expectations! The 360 views were absolutely stunning, making it a unique and peaceful place to unwind. Despite being a boat, it never felt cramped—plenty of room and all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The location was central and convenient, with everything just a short distance away. Communication with the host, Keener, was smooth and responsive, making the entire experience easy from start to finish. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for something special and memorable!
View from the back dock
View from the back dock
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Thank you for staying with us, and thank you for the kind words! We strive to provide a 5 Star experience for every guest, and we are always grateful to hear you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elevated Experience in Knoxville - Skip the Hotel

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the house boat on the Tennessee River. We lucked out and enjoyed unseasonably warm February temps. The houseboat was charmingly decorated and very clean. Worth mentioning that the walk from the Marina parking spaces to the houseboat is an approximate 5 minutes. My husband and I didn't mind this at all, as we enjoy walking. The host provides a rolling wagon to shuttle your items to and from. Be mindful of your hot water usage if you are having back to back showers as the hot water runs out quickly, but also seems to replenish quickly. We also really enjoyed the city! So clean! The host was quick to respond to our inquiries. Plenty of towels included. Quiet, peaceful night sleep in February. Highly recommend staying on this house boat for a truly unique experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We are thankful that you enjoyed your stay, and look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for UT move in weekend. Great location - super convenient to campus, town and restaurants! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time cooking and eating dinner on the boat with the fantastic views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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